Maersk Drilling: First Order for "Chela" Crane

Maersk Drilling awarded GustoMSC the first order for the uniquely
designed crane Chela, which is to be installed on Maersk
Invincible (GustoMSC CJ70 design) which is currently operating on
Valhall for AkerBP. Chela is desgined to improve safe handling
underneath the cantilever and reduce total time spent on wells.

Chela offers an extra hand in operations as, due to its crablike
motion characteristics, it can reach below the cantilever as well
as elevate towards the main deck, providing crane access to an
area traditionally blocked by the cantilever when drilling. "We
are grateful that Maersk Drilling is putting its trust in Chela
and further expanding our cooperation, which allows us to get
closer to that ultimate and mutual goal: the highest level of
safety and efficiency at sea", says Rutger Baan, Commercial
Director GustoMSC.

GustoMSC commenced fabrication of the first Chela earlier last
month. Since the project schedule is to fit into a planned rig
mobilization in Q4 2018, the engineering and fabrication process
started the day after an LOI was signed. By using the latest
simulation techniques in fast tracking high specification
equipment development and verification, the delivery schedule
aimed for by the client can be achieved. GustoMSC has found
support from several suppliers in this fast track delivery,
especially JB systems for E&I and Breman Machinery as long
term partner for high quality steel construction and assembly.